When graphing a worker's indifference curves in Probability of Injury (x-axis) versus Wage (y-axis) space, Al's indifference curves are steeper than Pete's indifference curve. In this case,

A. both are risk neutral.
B. Al is more risk loving than Pete.
C. Al will end up receiving a higher wage than Pete.
D. Al requires a greater wage increase than Pete in order to willingly take on more risk.
E. Al will only accept a job if it offers no risk of injury.


Answer: D

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